Plot
The story takes place during which major event affecting both humans and animals?
A war
What is symbolism?
When an author uses a person, place, or thing to represent something else in the story.
“The truth hit Peter like a crashing wave.”
Simile
Evident
easily seen or understood; obvious
Who is Pax?
A tame fox raised by Peter who is learning how to survive in the wild after being abandoned.
Where does Peter go to live after his father leaves for war?
With his grandfather
What does the toy soldier symbolize?
The connection between Pax and Peter.
“The forest stood guard around Pax, silent and watchful.”
Personification
Sensitive
having or displaying a quick and delicate appreciation of others' feelings.
Who is Peter?
A young boy who loves Pax deeply and sets out on a journey to find him after being forced to leave him behind by his father.
Who does Pax see emerge from the tent at the end of chapter 15?
Peter's father
What do the blue jays symbolize?
Freedom
“Peter’s heart felt like it was going to explode out of his chest when he heard the news.”
Hyperbole
feelings of fear, worry, or unease
Who is Vola?
A secluded, independent woman with a prosthetic leg who helps Peter survive after he breaks his foot. She teaches him important lessons and helps him on his journey to find Pax.
Vola brings Peter inside her log cabin and tells him the 3 conditions. Name them.
He has to tell her why he is carrying the phoenix bracelet.
He has to write to his grandfather to keep him away from the house because Vola doesn't want visitors.
He has to help Vola with a project.
What does the Phoenix Bracelet symbolize?
Resilience or "rising from the ashes".
Peter is getting over his leg/foot being broken, which is hindering his journey to find Pax. Vola is dealing with PTSD from the military, and her loneliness.
“Pax padded softly past the tall prickly pines.”
Alliteration
Injury
Damage done to someone's body
Who are Bristle and Runt?
Two wild sibling foxes who help Pax adapt to life in the wild. Bristle is cautious and protective, while Runt is curious and eager to learn.
Bristle is very protective and defensive towards Pax and reminds Runt not to play with the toy soldier. Why does she do this?
The toy has a human smell.
What does Peter's flashback of the rabbit getting caught in the trap symbolize?
Guilt and helplessness. The memory reflects how Peter sees Pax as vulnerable and in danger, and it pushes him to act.
“Pain is a teacher.”
Metaphor
Displeasure
a feeling of annoyance or disapproval.
Who is Grey?
A powerful and dangerous alpha fox who teaches Pax about the harsh realities of survival in the wild.